HOUSTON CUSTOM HOME BLOG

Embarking on the journey of creating a custom home is a pivotal moment filled with tough decisions. Among these decisions, is whether to hire an architect or a builder first. We at Southern Green Builders advocate for a builder-first approach. Let’s...

In Houston's vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, from The Heights to Timbergrove, homeowners are often faced with a significant decision: to remodel their current home or embark on building a new one. Southern Green Builders, a high-end custom home...

Remodeling your home in Houston can breathe new life into your space, improve the flow of your layout, update your finishes, increase energy efficiency, and add more square footage to live comfortably. You deserve both an outcome and a process...

Building a custom home in Houston requires careful planning and adherence to specific regulations. Since 2018, the City of Houston has set floodplain development requirements to reduce the risk of possible floods in the future. Navigating these...

For Houston homeowners, there is no shortage of cultural, recreational, and social activities that can contribute to a robust and enriching lifestyle. One outlet that combines all three elements is the wealth of high-end country clubs within the...

Your home’s bathroom is one of the hardest working rooms in the house. Give your bathroom its well-deserved makeover by getting rid of these outdated bathroom trends! Whether you’re building a new custom home or looking to remodel, these are the top...

The design of your Houston custom home or remodel doesn’t start or stop with your architect or builder. A structural engineer ensures your home design will be feasible, safe, and structurally sound well into the future. From soil mitigation...

Designing a new custom home is your chance for a fresh start. You have the opportunity to critically evaluate different spaces in your current house and figure out what you like, as well as what hasn’t been working for you and your family.

Certain properties in Houston are protected by ordinances governed by the Houston Archaeological and Historic Commission (HACH) to help preserve historical architectural significance. Preserving our architectural history is extremely important,...

Soil testing is imperative to building a custom home in Houston. It gives an engineer the proper data to ensureyour home’s structure will be well-supported and last for years, without the worry of expensive foundation-related repairs. Whether...